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The Shell Edging Stitch :: Crochet Stitch #229

By Johnny Vasquez In Edgings

Stitch Description

This crochet tutorial will help you learn how to crochet the shell edging stitch. This stitch creates a dense but delicate shell pattern. The shell edging stitch would be great for all of your edging projects!

Video Tutorial

Abbreviations

ch: Chain Stitch
sc: Single Crochet
sl st: Slip Stitch

Stitch Details

Skill Level
Easy

Row Count
Number of Rows: 1

Pattern Repeat
Multiples of 4 + 1

Stitch Characteristics

Pattern Instructions

Foundation Chain:Multiples of 4 + 1

Row 1: (Right Side): 1sc, *skip 1 st, 5dc into next st, skip 1 st, 1sc into next st; rep from *.

Repeat row 1 until you have reached your desired length.

Swatch Photos

Example of the Shell Edging. Reversible (Click for Larger Image)

About the Author

Johnny Vasquez

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Johnny is the founder of New Stitch a Day and Head Honcho at Knitiversity. Since 2011 he's helped millions of people become Fearless Knitters though his tutorials, patterns, classes, and books. When he's not knitting he likes to play his baritone ukulele, hangout at speakeasy bars, and discuss movies with friends. He currently lives in Estonia with his wife and 3 kids.